1961 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
